PRIYNKA SHARMA (Member, IEEE) is a dynamic researcher and Assistant Lecturer in Computing Science and Information Systems at the University of the South Pacific (USP), Suva, Fiji. With a Bachelor’s degree in Computing Science and Information Systems, a Postgraduate Diploma in Information Systems, and a Master of Science degree from USP, she is now advancing her expertise through Ph.D. research on fuel cells. An alumna of the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) program, Priynka has actively engaged in global platforms, including representing panels at the prestigious Global Forum on Cyber Expertise (GFCE). She has received recognition for her contributions to research, particularly in anomaly detection, fault detection, artificial intelligence, security and more. Her expertise spans neural networks, fault detection, cybersecurity, and data mining, with applications in energy systems and beyond. She is an accomplished author of several peer-reviewed publications and a respected speaker at conferences and workshops. Priynka’s professional journey reflects her commitment to innovation, collaboration, and leadership in academia and industry. She is deeply passionate about empowering others including women’s in the Pacific through education and her engagement in impactful, interdisciplinary research.

Her expertise spans in

• Deep Learning
• Artificial Intelligence
• Fault Detection
• Networks & SecurityImmunological Computation

Undergraduate Courses:

Course Coordinated: CS350, CS310, CS215, IS222

Corse Assisted: CS214, CS112, CS111, IS333, IS222, IS221, IS121, IS224

Supervision: SC356, SC400

Others: CEI41-CEI52, ISF21, CSF12

• IEEE Member – Active
• IEEE Fiji Subsection Student Activities Officer and Treasurer, 2023-2025 – Active
• Oracle Member – Active
• Oracle Rep from Fiji USP – Active
• IEEE Women in Engineering – Active
• Member Soft Computing Research Society – Active
• Association for Computing Machinery (ACM)
• Member USP Alumni
• Microsoft Initiative @ USP
• STEMP Social Community
• PRICAI Conference member

• 10th Research Excellence and Innovation Award (for 2 papers)
• 11th Research Excellence and Innovation Award (for 2 papers)

Journals:

• Designing an intelligent tutoring system for computer programing in the Pacific
• An overview of artificial intelligence-based techniques for PEMFC system diagnosis

Conferences:

• Stator inter-turn fault severity classification using neural based approaches
• Detection and classification of stator inter-turn fault severity levels using prominence-based features and neural networks
• A comparative study for the detection of stator inter-turn faults in induction motors using shallow neural networks and non-neural based techniques
• Iteration split with Firefly Algorithm and Genetic Algorithm to solve multidimensional knapsack problems
• Evaluating the malware threat cases in Fiji 2020
• Ransomware noise identification and eviction through machine learning fundamental filters
• Analyzing Cybersecurity Patterns in the Pacific Region: Trends and Challenges for 2023

Books:

• Information Technology USE

Chapters:

• The Art-of-Hyper-Parameter Optimization with Desirable Feature Selection
• Navigating Privacy and Security Challenges in Electronic Medical Record (EMR) Systems: Strategies for Safeguarding Patient Data in Developing Countries–A Case Study of the Pacific
• A Comparative Analysis of Malware Anomaly Detection
• An Advanced Comparative Study of Ransomware Anomaly Detection Techniques Through Optimized Hyperparameters
• Experimental Evaluation of Scalable Database Architectures for High-Performance Applications
• Bio-Inspired Negative Selection Tested for Ransomware Anomaly Detection
• An Advanced Comparative Study of Ransomware Anomaly Detection Techniques Through Optimized Hyperparameters
• Optimizing Network Convergence for Efficient Data Transmission in Server-to-Client Environments: A Comparative Analysis of Dynamic Routing Protocols Using OPNET Simulation

Editorial Board and/or Reviewer

Journals:

• Advances in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learnin
• Education and Information Technologies

Conferences:

• IEEE CSDE 2023
• PRICAI 2024

Guest Editor:

• International Conference on Innovative Sustainable Construction Materials 2024

• USP and Samsung to Solve for Tomorrow (SFT) for CSR initiatives in Fiji 2025
• Enhancing Climate Resilience through AI infused IoT-Enabled Waste Management Optimization 2024 (AUF)
• Technology Innovation and Integration Framework for Organizational Growth in the Pacific (TIIOG-P) 2024
• SRT selection committee 2023 – A Novel Fault Diagnosis Method for PEMFCs
• Cybersecurity and AI awareness and training tools – *ISC Asia-Pacific Member opportunity 2024
• The Committee for Women in Mathematics (CWM) of the IMU 2025
• LLMs/AI models – Llama Impact Grants 2025
• IEEE Workshop 2024
• Oracle – Workshops 2023

Attended Webinars and Trainings

• Università degli Studi di, Palermo, Italy – Seminar: Advanced Deep Learning and Transformers
• The University of New South Wales (UNSW), with the support of DCCEEW and in collaboration with PPA and SPC – Planning Frameworks and Capacity Expansion Modelling Tools for Net Zero
• Energy Transition for The Pacific Islands
• IEEE Activities in Fiji – Common goal of fostering growth and innovation within our respective subsections.
• Epigeum Training Program – Introduction to Managing Your Research
• IEEE VTools Traning – Officer Training 2023
• Alison 2024 – Working with Students with Special Educational Needs
• Alison 2024 – Foundations of Special Needs Teaching
• Global Forum on Cyber Expertise – The Imperative of Women Empowerment, Equality, and Inclusiveness in High-Level Cyber Discussions.
• Oracle Academy – Resources Workshop Java/Database/Cloud/Project Management 2023
• IEEE Fiji Sub-Section – 3D Printing Workshop
• IEEE R10 – IEEE Region 10 Student Summit
• WILEY – Data Management Tools for Research
• MOOC – Technical & Vocational Skills Development
• Datec, Fiji – Microsoft Server 2012 R2, Installation, and Configuration
• The University of the South Pacific – Effective Teaching Workshops
• The University of the South Pacific (Red Cross) – Certified First Aid Training
• IEEE Fiji Sub-Section – Python for AI and Machine Learning Workshop
• Tech-First: Microsoft Initiatives @ USP
• MOOC – Technical & Vocational Skills Development
• Commonwealth of Learning – Understanding Open Educational Resources,

Symposium Speaker/ Presenter

• MICAD2023 – 2023, the 4th International Conference on Medical Imaging and Computer-Aided Diagnosis Cambridge, UK.
• ICSISCET – 2023, the 5th International Conference on Sustainable and Innovative Solutions for Current Challenges in Engineering & Technology
• IEEE CSDE – 2023, the 10th Asia Pacific Conference on Computer Science and Data Engineering
• 2024 International Conference on Computing and Machine Learning

CISCO Certified Network Associate CCNA – The University of the South Pacific.

• CCNA 1 Stage 1: Network Fundamentals
• CCNA 2 Stage 2: Routing Protocols and Concepts
• CCNA 3 Stage 3: LAN Switching and Wireless
• CCNA Stage 4: Accessing the WAN

Microsoft Certified Professional

• Microsoft Server 2012 R2, Installation, and Configuration

Contribution to Publication in Magazines and Websites:

• The CONCH: Prospect for Technological Advancement Increase During COVID-19
   Link: https://www.usp.ac.fj/the-conch/#flipbook-df_24298/11/

• The USP Alumni Spotlight: 2024
  Link: https://www.usp.ac.fj/alumni/2024/09/23/alumni-priynka-preeti-sharma/

Community Engagement

• Advisory Roles: Assisting students with course selection and career planning.
• Interviewer Roles: Assisting in Screening and conducting interviews for TA and AL.
• Outreach: Participating in community outreach programs and promoting the institution’s academic programs.
• IEEE Panel – Robotics Competition Event STEMP Students
• Research Guidance: SC356 and SC 400 – Supporting students in their research activities and helping them develop their research skills.
• PRICAI Conference – General Secretariat
• Panel in Global Forum on Cyber Expertise (GFCE) – 2024
• Special Guest at Yat Sen Secondary School during 2024 Prize Presentation.